Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
carbonatus
ID:
49860

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klokov) Greuter

Source:
gcc

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33(1): 60 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000049189

Common Names

  • Carbonatus Psephellus
  • Carbonatus Astragalus
  • Carbonatus Milkvetch

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Synonyms

  • Centaurea carbonata Klokov [unknown]
  • Heterolophus carbonatus (Klokov) Soják [unknown]

Description

Psephellus carbonatus (also called Carbonate Wormwood, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has small, grey-green leaves and small yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, rocky areas such as hillsides and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Psephellus carbonatus is a perennial plant that is used in ornamental gardening. It is also used as a ground cover and can help reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psephellus carbonatus is yellow and has 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psephellus carbonatus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best grown in areas with cool summers and mild winters. It can be grown from seed, but it takes a long time for the plants to reach maturity. Division is the preferred method of propagation. The plants should be divided in early spring or late fall. The divisions should be planted in well-drained soil and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Psephellus carbonatus

Psephellus carbonatus is native to the Mediterranean region.

Psephellus carbonatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Psephellus carbonatus?

Psephellus carbonatus

What type of plant is Psephellus carbonatus?

Psephellus carbonatus is a flowering plant

Where is Psephellus carbonatus found?

Psephellus carbonatus is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Psephellus genus

Psephellus pergamaceus, Psephellus alexeenkoi, Psephellus integrifolius, Psephellus debedicus, Psephellus bellus, Psephellus simplicicaulis, Psephellus maleevii, Psephellus congestus, Psephellus daghestanicus, Psephellus holtzii, Psephellus pulcherrimus, Psephellus aucherianus, Psephellus galactochroa, Psephellus brevifimbriatus, Psephellus marschallianus, Psephellus bornmuelleri, Psephellus iljinii, Psephellus dittrichii, Psephellus popovae, Psephellus somcheticus, Psephellus araxinus, Psephellus kemulariae, Psephellus xeranthemoides, Psephellus woronowii, Psephellus straminicephalus, Psephellus schischkinii, Psephellus kobstanicus, Psephellus transcaucasicus, Psephellus yildizii, Psephellus goeksunensis, Psephellus xanthocephalus, Psephellus pambakensis, Psephellus schistosus, Psephellus freynii, Psephellus leuzeoides, Psephellus circassicus, Psephellus kopet-daghensis, Psephellus gamidii, Psephellus phaeopappoides, Psephellus boissieri, Psephellus trinervius, Psephellus czerepanovii, Psephellus barbeyi, Psephellus manakyanii, Psephellus carbonatus, Psephellus fajvuschii, Psephellus arpensis, Psephellus ciscaucasicus, Psephellus annae, Psephellus paucilobus,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-14771: Based on the initial data import
Werner Greuter (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greuter' in the authors string.
Mikhail Vasilevich Klokov (1896-1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klokov' in the authors string.